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Russia's Public Chamber has proposed paying pensioners a one-time sum of 10,000 rubles ahead of the Day of Older Persons, observed on October 1. The initiative, reported by Russian media, is being discussed as a possible support measure for older citizens amid rising living costs. It remains unclear whether the government or the finance ministry will back the proposal or allocate funding for the payment.

A former music pastor has been convicted of murdering his wife, according to a New York Times report. The verdict closes a case that has drawn attention because of the defendant's former role in church ministry. Further details about the trial, the evidence presented, and the sentencing have not been provided in the available coverage.

Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has downgraded its assessment of retail sales for the first time since its September 2025 report. The ministry noted that the seasonally adjusted three-month moving average of retail sales posted a third consecutive decline in August, a sign that consumer spending momentum is weakening and raising questions about the strength of domestic demand in the Japanese economy.

Paramount+ has acquired three British series from A24: 'It Gets Worse', 'Major Players' and 'The Ministry Of Time'. The deal brings the shows to the streaming platform's audience. Deadline reported the acquisition. Further details on release dates or the scope of the deal were not immediately provided.